Micro Med Lab Scientist PRNBurleson, TX

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Texas Health Huguley Hospital is a joint venture with AdventHealth, and these two faith-based organizations have a long history of collaboration. The Texas Health Huguley campus will be operated by AdventHealth, and staff working at the facility will be AdventHealth employees. Here, you can join our Burleson nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals to provide inpatient and outpatient services to help our community feel whole. Our expansive 350-bed hospital includes behavioral health, a cardiovascular critical care unit, a medical intensive care unit, a progressive care unit and an open-heart surgery center. We also have accredited programs in chest pain, inpatient diabetes and orthopedics, and our award-winning emergency department offers 24-hour care. Take the next step in your career and learn about Burleson medical jobs available at Texas Health Huguley Hospital.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Flexible Schedule
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Texas Health Huguley- operates as a joint venture between Texas Health Resources and AdventHealth. Schedule: PRN Shift: Variable Shifts, including weekends, As Needed Location: 11801 South Fwy., Burleson, TX 76028

The community you'll be caring for:

• Our care for patients extend to the spiritual level by praying with patients and families and providing on call, 24 hours, 7 days a week Chaplains for spiritual support.
• Award winning facility and departments including "Great Place to Work" by Becker's Hospital Review and Gallup.
• Work with the latest technology and top experts including "Daisy Award" recipients while on our journey to Magnet status and Pathways designated.
• Designated Emergency Center of Excellence recognizing our facility as a high-performing emergency department.
• Located about 10 minutes from downtown Fort Worth and near TCU in the award-winning school district, Burleson ISD which also provides a low-cost of living.

The role you'll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs various laboratory procedures in assigned areas as licensed/certified. Work customarily involves analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens. Analytical laboratory testing generally requires a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in licensed area(s). Depending on campus and department, various pre-and post-analytical work processes are included in the work duties customarily performed; on-call hours may also be required. Follows laboratory policies and procedures; maintains quality control practices in the Laboratory. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical technology students as needed, under the direction of the lab leadership. May act as a preceptor when teaching new staff and Students when assigned. Appropriately documents orientation and training of new employees and medical technology students.
• Provides guidance to technicians and support staff, resolution to customer service issues within guidelines, and support education to clinical staff as appropriate or requested. Facilitates workflow when necessary
• Follows appropriate safety policies including the appropriate use of PPE, handwashing, and hazardous chemical handling. Demonstrates understanding and adheres to Chemical Hygiene plan and Infection Control policies. Employee job duties may include transport of hazardous waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area; employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling hazardous waste) and refresher training to include proper handling and transport of hazardous waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment
• Participates in, and has knowledge of, laboratory and hospital Performance Improvement activities
• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area
• Participates in the evaluation of new laboratory techniques and procedures. Assists with data collection and special projects, as assigned. Assists in the documentation and submission of required laboratory, departmental, and staff statistics/reports
• Performs other duties as assigned

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Minimum Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science, or related field
• Must hold a national certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist such as ASCP, AAB, or AMT
• Preferred Qualifications:
• Micro experience

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Laboratory Organization: Texas Health Huguley Hospital Schedule: Per Diem Shift: 1 - Day Req ID: 25009669

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.